Episode 19 | Vehicle Dynamics & Training

In our latest episode, Chief Mike Hawkins and I sat down with Chief Jay Gerace of the Colonie (NY) Police Department for a direct, honest conversation about officer safety during traffic stops, and why policy alone does not change behavior.

We talk about:

• Why realistic, scenario-based training matters more than policy memos

• How repetition and muscle memory influence decisions under stress

• The role leadership accountability plays in preventing preventable tragedies

• Why officers must be trained to recognize their own vulnerabilities in high-risk encounters

This episode isn’t theory, it’s practical, experience-driven discussion for leaders who are serious about protecting their people and improving performance on the street.